1968 Marcos 1600 vs. 1960 Moretti 1200
To start off, 1968 Marcos 1600 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Moretti 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Moretti 1200 would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Marcos 1600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Marcos 1600 (88 HP) has 33 more horse power than 1960 Moretti 1200. (55 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Marcos 1600 should accelerate faster than 1960 Moretti 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Moretti 1200 weights approximately 218 kg more than 1968 Marcos 1600.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Marcos 1600 | 1960 Moretti 1200 | |
| Make | Marcos | Moretti |
| Model | 1600 | 1200 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1204 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 55 HP |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 762 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1070 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2360 mm |
